Quick Tips
- Obtain landowner permission
- Check in on the Block Management Program
- Maps showing land ownership
- Rattlesnakes may be encountered up until the first of November
| species | general Size | trophy potential |
|---|---|---|
| Antelope | 65"-70" | 70"+ |
On The Ground
Located on the west side of the Tobacco Root Mountains and along the Jefferson River, this district is scenic but difficult for public access. Try to obtain permission before applying for this district.
Antelope populations have declined over the past several years, leading to a reduction of licenses. Hunting can be hard, antelope are very spread out, and finding a good buck can be difficult. There is very little public access within this district, and obtaining permission can be difficult.
Terrain
The Jefferson River makes up the west border of the district. The Tobacco Root Mountains are not conducive to antelope habitat, and most the antelope populations are within the flats along the base of the mountain range. Most the antelope habitat is rolling grass and sagebrush hills, with some irrigated fields scattered throughout.
Roughly 499 square miles
47% public land
Elevations from 4,300-10,300 feet
Vegetation
There are many stock and cattle ponds scattered throughout the district. The majority of this district, excluding the Tobacco Root Mountains, consists of very open sagebrush flats, and some grass prairie, along with irrigated and dry farmland. There are isolated pockets of ponderosa pine and juniper trees, these can be found scattered throughout the district. Along the river will be some large cottonwood bottoms, and thicker brush component.
Access
This district has poor public access for antelope hunting, highly recommended to obtain permission before applying for this district. The majority of the antelope habitat is all privately owned, with most of the public land being within the Tobacco Root Mountains. A map showing land ownership is highly recommended. Precipitation can cause access problems, roads become very muddy.
Camping and Lodging
There are several options for lodging within this district. If hunting the southern or west side of the district Dillon or Twin Bridges would provide the best accommodations. Hotels, grocery stores and gas stations are all available. In the north end, either Whitehall or Three Forks, both of these towns are small but are used to accommodating hunters with restaurants, gas stations, and some lodging available.
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